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Let's Escape to Hawaii Hawaii Let’s Begin Does the Hawaiian greeting ALOHA mean HELLO or GOODBYE?? It Means Both!!! The state of Hawaii consists of eight main islands. Can you name any of them? Hawaiian Islands 1. Niihau 2. Kauai 3. Oahu 4. Maui 5. Molokai 6. Lanai 7. Kahoolawe 8. The Big Island of Hawaii Have you been to any of the Hawaiian Islands? Fun Hawaiian Fact: Hawaii is the most isolated population centre on the face of the earth. Hawaii is 2,390 miles from California; 3,850 miles from Japan; 4,900 miles from China; and 5,280 miles from the Philippines. Do You Like Coffee? Did You Know… Hawaii is the only state that grows coffee. Yum…Pineapple! Did You Know More than one-third of the world's commercial supply of pineapples comes from Hawaii. Do You Like Pineapple? Can you name any foods that include pineapple? Pineapple Upside Down Cake Hawaiian Pizza Grilled/ BBQ Pineapple Ham with Pineapple Pineapple Chicken Pineapple Lush Cake Pineapple Juice Did You Know... From east to west Hawaii is the widest state in the United States Fun Fact Hawaii was the 50th state admitted to the union on August 20th, 1959. Own Time Zone Hawaii has its own time zone (Hawaiian Standard Time). There is no daylight savings time). The time runs two hours behind Pacific Standard Time and five hours behind Eastern Standard Time. Did You Know... Hawaii is home to the world’s tallest mountain Can you name it? Mauna Kea Would You Climb It? Fun Fact: The island is the worldwide leader in harvesting macadamia nuts and orchids. Do You Like Macadamia Nut Cookies? How About Orchids? Here Are Some Hawaiian Flowers Interesting Fact: By law, no building in Kauai is allowed to be taller than a Palm Tree. Hula Dancing Did You Know The hula was originally a form of worship performed by highly trained men who were supposedly taught the dance by the Hawaiian god Luka. What is the Name of a Hawaiian Party? A Luau A luau is a traditional Hawaiian party or feast that is usually accompanied by entertainment. Many families celebrate a child's first birthday with a luau. Graduation luaus and wedding luaus are also common. Can You Name this Hawaiian Tradition?? Lei Giving While a few ancient Hawaiian customs have faded from memory, the tradition of lei-giving has managed to subsist and flourish. In the beautiful islands of Hawaii, everyone wears leis. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor, or greeting. In other words, it is a symbol of aloha. Take a walk around Hawaii; you’ll find leis everywhere—graduations, parties, dances, weddings, and yes, even at the office. In Hawaii, any occasion can be considered special and “lei-worthy.” No one can resist the vibrant colors, the intoxicating fragrances, or the beautiful tradition of Hawaii’s most recognized icon…the flower lei. The History of the Lei The custom of the flower lei was introduced to Hawaii from the various surrounding Polynesian islands and even Asia. In ancient Hawaii, wearing a lei represented wealth, royalty, and rank. Leis were also heavily associated with hula, religion and geography. Lei Day Since May 1, 1928, Hawaii has celebrated every May first as it’s official “Lei Day.” Hawaiians call it “May Day.” The flower lei is celebrated passionately on May Day with Hula, parades, and music. On May Day, most parents request to take a day off of work so they can watch their children participate in May Day festivities and programs at school. Everyone in Hawaii is encouraged to wear a lei on this day. Lei Etiquette Leis can be worn, received, or given for almost any occasion. In Hawaii, a lei is given for an office promotion, a birthday, an anniversary, a graduation, or any special event. Yet more notably, a lei can be worn for no other reason than to enjoy the fragrance, take pleasure in the beautiful flowers, or simply, to celebrate the “Aloha Spirit.” Always Accept the Lei There is one big faux pas that should never be made. Never refuse a lei! Always graciously accept the lei with a toothy smile and a kiss on the cheek. (If you don’t feel comfortable with giving or receiving a kiss on the cheek, a warm hug is acceptable!) If you are allergic or sensitive to flowers, then discreetly and apologetically slip-off the lei. It is acceptable and considered a kind gesture to offer the lei to your spouse if you are unable to wear it. Thank you for taking the time to learn about Hawaii! ALOHA EVERYONE! Find Us on the Web For more information, resources and helpful videos visit the McCormick Care Group “Caregiver’s Corner” website Like us on Facebook “McCormick Dementia Services” Subscribe to our YouTube channel “McCormick Care Group”.
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